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Sunday, July 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville police say a collision between a Dodge Durango and a motorcycle on S. Northshore Drive early Saturday left a female passenger dead and the motorcycle driver seriously injured (the investigation is ongoing). 10 News
- ➤ On July 19, a 58-year-old man fell from a wakeboard boat and was struck by the vessel near Springs Dock on Norris Lake — his body was recovered after an extensive search by officials. 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Knox County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Knoxville man William Christian Powell after he fled police during a Friday night traffic stop and abandoned his vehicle near 410 Merchants Drive — officers found drugs, handguns, and other items and warn residents not to approach him. WVLT 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 10-year, $10 billion road plan from the IMPROVE Act is falling behind schedule as only about one-third of its 962 projects are finished while 20% have not started. Lawmakers in Knoxville say more money—like a tax on tire sales—is needed to fix a $38.5 billion backlog and rising repair costs. 10 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Summit Medical Group announced Friday that it sent a formal notice to BlueCross BlueShield stating it may lose in-network status for patients if a new contract is not reached, with coverage ending Jan. 1 for 2026. Patients can still receive care as usual until the current agreement expires on Dec. 31. 10 News
- ➤ AMR is partnering with local mental health professionals to offer in-house care for first responders after a month-long pilot that supports EMS personnel during traumatic calls — the program is expected to expand to include additional services as demand grows. 10 News
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Absinthe All-Stars Concert
7-9 p.m. — Emporium Center / Arts & Culture Alliance — Free admission — Experience a delightful evening filled with lively jazz music from the Absinthe All Stars.
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Knoxville Smokies vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
7-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Check local listings for ticket prices — Catch the thrilling baseball matchup between the Smokies and the Blue Wahoos.
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Lyle Lovett Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tennessee Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of americana singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett in a beautiful historic venue.
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Knoxville Smokies vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Check local listings for ticket prices — Cheer on the hometown team in this exciting minor league baseball matchup.
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Knoxville Smokies vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling baseball game featuring local favorites, the Knoxville Smokies.
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Water Professionals Conference
9 AM – 6 PM — Knoxville Convention Center — Entry fees apply — A premier gathering for experts in water resource management and technology.
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Impactful Marketing 2025
10 AM – 12 PM — Cherokee Country Club — Free venue parking — Dive deep into the latest marketing strategies and trends with industry experts.
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One Knoxville SC vs. Charlotte Independence
7-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Check website for ticket info — Catch an exciting soccer match under the lights in Knoxville.
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Cosmic Charlie Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bijou Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience high energy Grateful Dead music from Athens, GA.
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Dog Days of Summer Marketplace
2-6 p.m. — Hi-Wire Brewing Knoxville — $15 vendor fee — Celebrate summer while supporting local vendors at this community market event.
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